TENNIS
No matter what level you are, we have a tennis home for you at Barclay Downs.
BDSRC made a commitment to full-time, year-round tennis when it hired John Williams as the Tennis Director in 2001. Our goal was to provide an opportunity for all levels of players to compete. We can say, with confidence, that we have done just that. Our Barclay Downs teams compete in every possible level of team tennis for juniors, men, and ladies. In fact, we have had a BD team win divisions from the lowest level offered to the highest level offered and just about everything in between for juniors, men, and women.
For information about team tennis, contact John Williams at Johnbdtennis@aol.com.
Women’s Queen City
We have five women’s teams here at BD and have over 75 women playing Queen City tennis in the Fall and Spring. Matches are on either Wednesday or Thursday, and the teams practice once a week. Our teams are well known for their aggressive game styles and sound mental approach to the game of doubles. We have everything from ex-college players to true beginners playing. So there is something for everyone. If you are interested in playing on a women’s team, contact Rebecca Klepser at rklepser@me.com.
Men’s Queen City
We have two men’s team and over 40 men playing Queen City tennis here at BD. Matches are Saturday mornings in the Fall and Spring. We also organize USTA teams that play on weekday evenings throughout the year. We practice every other Monday night at 6:00 PM. The men also get together and play pick up matches on Saturday mornings, Monday evenings, and Wednesday evenings. We have everything from ex-college players to true beginners playing. Our men’s team is known for its very aggressive approach to doubles. They also know how to have a good time. You will often see them on the tennis porch enjoying a cold beverage. So take your racquet and introduce yourself. You are sure to find a game. If you are interested in playing on a Men’s team, or interested in checking the schedule for clinics, contact John Williams at johnbdtennis@aol.com.
Working Women’s Evenings
Grab a group of 4-6 friends on similar levels and contact John Williams at Johnbdtennis@aol.com to set up an evening that works for you.
Court Availability
Summer Camps
Kids’ Summer Camp 2024
Summer is our favorite time of year here at Barclay Downs. The place is literally buzzing with excitement. Summer 2024 will mark our 23rd year of the famous Barclay Downs tennis camp. John heads up the camp and brings in some of the very best college and high school instructors.
Summer 2024 camps will begin on June 10 and run through August 23 over the following weeks:
June 10-17, June 17-21, June 24-June 28, July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26, July 29 – Aug. 2, Aug. 5-9, Aug. 12-16, Aug. 19-23
Adult Summer Camp
Why should the kids be the only ones who get to enjoy Summer Camp? Ladies’ Camp will run Monday – Friday, 10 am – noon. Cost is $175 for the week. We cover a vast array of tennis techniques and strategies.
Lessons & Clinics
Junior Clinics – Spring 2024
Session 1 – March 7- March 31
Session 2 – April 4- April 29
Session 3 – May 2 – May 23
5-7 year olds Monday and/or Wednesday 3:30-4:30 p.m.
7-13 year olds Monday and/or Wednesday 4:30-6 p.m.
Older/more experienced Tuesday and/or Thursday 4-6 p.m.
Lessons
Our tennis pros are available for private and group lessons. Please contact the tennis office at 980-938-6365 or contact John Williams and Jerry Orr directly.
John Williams
1 hour private – $75
1/2 hour-private $45
2 person hour clinic $45 each
3 peoson hour-clinic- $35 each
4 person hour clinic- $30 each
John’s cell: 704-618-6477
Jerry Orr
1 hour private-$70
1/2 hour-private $40
2 person hour clinic $40 each
3 peoson hour-clinic- $34 each
4 person hour clinic- $24 each
Jerry’s cell: 704-293-7729
Jan Malmon
1 hour private-$65
1/2 hour-private $34
2 person hour clinic $35 each
3 peoson hour-clinic- $25 each
4 person hour clinic- $20 each
Team Practice: 1.5 hours – $25
Non-member Guest Fee – $3
Meet Our Tennis Pros
John Williams
Tennis Director
John is a native Charlottean who has been teaching tennis for over 20 years. He started his career at Olde Providence Racquet Club where he served as Director of Junior Tennis for six years and Director of Tennis for four years. John came to Barclay Downs as the Tennis Director in the Fall of 2001. John played high school tennis at West Charlotte High School where he played #1 singles and #1 doubles all three years. He won the 4A district and regional titles as a senior and graduated valedictorian in 1987. He went on to letter in varsity tennis for four years at Duke University, graduating in 1991. He played on the 1991 ACC championship team and was on the Academic ACC Honor Role multiple semesters. John is certified by the USPTA as a P1 and is considered one of the best instructors in the area. John has been married to his wife, Lucy, for over 15 years and has three children, Christopher, Justin, and Sophie.
Jerry Orr
Jan Malmon
Tennis Pro with a Tour experience. Born and raised in Poland, Jan started his tennis journey at the age of 7 winning multiple national championships and competing internationally in numerous Tennis Europe, ITF Juniors & ITF Futures events. Throughout the career he partnered with multiple ATP Tour players including H. Hurkacz and M. Matkowski. Jan recently graduated from Queens University of Charlotte with a BBA in Finance. While attending school Jan was a scholarship student-athlete on the tennis team. Jan has provided tennis instruction to high-level adults and young athletes for the past 5 years and worked as a Tennis Pro at Russell Tennis Center. In his spare time, Jan is a food enthusiast and enjoys travelling, running, and soccer.
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